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Fireaid Benefit Concert Raises Over 0 Million For Wildfire Relief

Sting performs during the FireAid benefit concert on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Calif. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

FireAid, a massive benefit concert held last week to support those affected by the recent Los Angeles-area wildfires, has exceeded expectations by raising over $100 million. The event, which featured performances from over 30 artists at two Los Angeles venues, garnered significant support from both viewers and donors.

With more than 50 million viewers streaming the concert through various broadcasting and online platforms, the fundraising efforts were bolstered by ticket sales, sponsorships, merchandise sales, and public donations. Notably, the band U2 contributed $1 million towards the cause, further boosting the total amount raised.

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